Holding steady.
Popularity of Bryna since 1926
Babies named Bryna per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2003, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Bryna's real moment was 1974.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 16 |
| 1930s | 37 |
| 1940s | 120 |
| 1950s | 76 |
| 1960s | 89 |
| 1970s | 216 |
| 1980s | 252 |
| 1990s | 208 |
| 2000s | 247 |
| 2010s | 167 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Bryna is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1926. It never entered the top 1,000 names, but its 1974 peak year shows a brief uptick in usage, likely tied to the popularity of variants like Briana and Brianna. In the most recent data (2025), it remains uncommon, with an estimated incidence of fewer than 1 in 1 million births. The name's trajectory is stable, meaning it has persisted at low levels without significant decline. Though no top states are recorded for Bryna, it is most frequently found in regions with Irish heritage. As a variant of Brian, it carries connotations of strength and honor, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional Irish name.
Bryna is likely a feminine variant of Brian, a name of Irish origin meaning 'strong, virtuous, honorable'. The spelling may have been influenced by names like Brenda or Bryn. It has been used in the United States since the early 20th century, with modest popularity peaking in the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bry, Bree
Sibling names for Bryna
Names that share Bryna's style, for a brother or sister.
